#72B6EC Hex Color Code

#72B6EC

The Hexadecimal Color #72B6EC is a contrast shade of Sky Blue. #72B6EC RGB value is rgb(114, 182, 236). RGB Color Model of #72B6EC consists of 44% red, 71% green and 92% blue. HSL color Mode of #72B6EC has 207°(degrees) Hue, 76% Saturation and 69% Lightness. #72B6EC color has an wavelength of 489.66667nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #72B6EC is #99CCFF. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #72B6EC is #7BE. The Closest Color to #72B6EC is #87CEEB. Official Name of #72B6EC Hex Code is Cornflower Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #72B6EC is 52 Cyan 23 Magenta 0 Yellow 7 Black and #72B6EC CMY is 52, 23, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #72B6EC is hsl(207,76,69, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(207, 52, 93). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #72B6EC is 38.8, 43.09, 85.61.
Hex8 Value of #72B6EC is #72B6ECFF. Decimal Value of #72B6EC is 7517932 and Octal Value of #72B6EC is 34533354. Binary Value of #72B6EC is 1110010, 10110110, 11101100 and Android of #72B6EC is 4285708012 / 0xff72b6ec. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #72B6EC is 0.232, 0.257, 0.257 and YIQ Color Space of #72B6EC is 167.824, -57.8714, 2.4228. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #72B6EC is 33.04, 46.37, 84.89. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #72B6EC is 71.62, -6.75, -33.53. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #72B6EC is 71.62, -30.8, -52.75. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #72B6EC is 71.62, 34.2, 258.62. Hunter Lab variable of #72B6EC is 65.64, -9.37, -31.37.

#72B6EC - Cornflower Blue Color Image
#72B6EC - Cornflower Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #72B6EC

RGB Percentages of #72B6EC

44%
71%
92%

RGB stands for Red, Green, and Blue, which are the three primary colors used to create a vast array of colors by varying their intensities. By adjusting the brightness of these three primary colors, virtually any color visible to the human eye can be produced.

RYB Percentages of #72B6EC

44.71%
61.83%
92.55%

The RYB color model is based on Red, Yellow, and Blue Colors. When two primary colors are mixed, they form a secondary color or when mixed all, they result in tertiary color.

CMYK Percentages of #72B6EC

52%
23%
0%
7%

CMYK stands for Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, and Key (Black). Starting with a white canvas, various amounts of cyan, magenta, yellow, and black ink are combined to absorb or subtract specific wavelengths of light, resulting in the desired color.

Various Color Shades of #72B6EC

To get 25% Saturated #72B6EC Color, you need to convert the hex color #72B6EC to the HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) color space, increase the saturation value by 25%, and then convert it back to the hex color. To desaturate a color by 25%, we need to reduce its saturation level while keeping the same hue and lightness. Saturation represents the intensity or vividness of a color. A 100% saturation means the color is fully vivid, while a 0% saturation results in a shade of gray. To make a color 25% darker or 25% lighter, you need to reduce the intensity of each of its RGB (Red, Green, Blue) components by 25% or increase it to 25%. Inverting a #72B6EC hex color involves converting each of its RGB (Red, Green, Blue) components to their complementary values. The complementary color is found by subtracting each component's value from the maximum value of 255.

Analogous and Monochromatic Colors of #72B6EC

Analogous colors are groups of hues that are located next to each other on the color wheel. These colors share a similar undertone and create a sense of harmony when used together. Analogous color schemes are mainly used in design or art to create a sense of cohesion and flow in a color scheme composition.

Monochromatic colors refer to a color scheme that uses variations of a single color. These variations are achieved by adjusting the shade, tint, or tone of the base color. Monochromatic approach is commonly used in interior design or fashion to create a sense of understated elegance and give a sense of simplicity and consistency.

Triad, Tetrad and SplitComplement of #72B6EC

Triad, Tetrad, and Split Complement are hex color schemes used in art to create harmonious combinations of colors.

The Triad color scheme involves three colors that are evenly spaced around the color wheel, forming an equilateral triangle. The primary triad includes red, blue, and yellow, while other triadic combinations can be formed with different hues. Triad color schemes offer a balanced contrast and are versatile for creating vibrant and dynamic visuals.

The Tetrad color scheme incorporates four colors that are arranged in two complementary pairs. These pairs create a rectangle or square shape on the color wheel. The primary Tetrad includes two sets of complementary colors, such as red and green, and blue and orange. This scheme provides a wide range of color options and allows for both strong contrast and harmonious blends.

The Split Complement color scheme involves a base color paired with the two colors adjacent to its complementary color on the color wheel. For example, if the base color is blue, the Split Complement scheme would include blue, yellow-orange, and red-orange. This combination maintains contrast while offering a more subtle and balanced alternative to a complementary color scheme.

Tints and Shades of #72B6EC

A Color Tint is created by mixing white (#FFFFFF) to any pure color whereas A Color Shade is calculated by adding black (#000000) to any pure hue. See the Color Tints of #72B6EC to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #72B6EC to it's the darkest color.

#72B6EC Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(114, 182, 236)
RGB Percent 44%, 71%, 92%
RYB 114.0, 157.66, 236.0
CMYK 52, 23, 0, 7
CMY 52, 23, 0
HSL hsl(207, 76%, 69%)
HSLA hsl(207, 76%, 69%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(207, 52, 93)
XYZ 38.8, 43.09, 85.61
Hex8 Value #72B6ECFF
Decimal Value 7517932
Octal Value 34533354
Binary Value 1110010,10110110,11101100
Android 4285708012 / 0xff72b6ec
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(207, 76%, 69%)
xyY 0.232, 0.257, 43.086
YIQ 167.824, -57.8714, 2.4228
LMS 33.04, 46.37, 84.89
CieLAB 71.62, -6.75, -33.53
CieLUV : LCHuv 71.62, -30.8, -52.75
CieLCH : LCHab 71.62, 34.2, 258.62
Hunter Lab 65.64, -9.37, -31.37
YUV 167.824, 33.54, -47.22
YDbDr 167.824, 102.58, 102.36
YCbCr 160.13, 161.8, 94.28
YCoCg 178.5, 175.0, 3.5
YPbPr 167.82, 38.47, -38.39
Munsell Color System 12390.62 175.16/230.75

#72B6EC HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#72B6EC as Background:

Be not forward, but friendly and courteous; the first to salute, hear and answer; and be not pensive when it is time to converse.

George Washington
<p style="background: #72B6EC">…</p>

#72B6EC as Text Color:

There is a power in love to divine another's destiny better than that other can, and by heroic encouragements, hold him to his task. What has friendship so signal as its sublime attraction to whatever virtue is in us?

Ralph Waldo Emerson
<p style="color: #72B6EC">…</p>

#72B6EC as Text Shadow:

Sixth grade was a big time, in my childhood, of hoops and friendship, and coming up with funny things.

Adam Sandler
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #72B6EC">…</p>

#72B6EC as Linear Gradient:

It must be remembered that the sea is a great breeder of friendship. Two men who have known each other for twenty years find that twenty days at sea bring them nearer than ever they were before, or else estrange them.

Gilbert Parker
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #72B6EC)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #72B6EC?

RGB Value for #72B6EC is rgb(114, 182, 236).

What is the RGB percentage of #72B6EC?

RGB percentage for #72B6EC is 44% Red 71% Green 92% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #72B6EC?

CMYK Color Model of #72B6EC is 52 Cyan 23 Magenta 0 Yellow 7 Black.

What is the HSL value of #72B6EC?

HSL Value of #72B6EC is 207°(degrees) Hue 76 Saturation 69 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #72B6EC?

HSV Value of #72B6EC is 207 Hue 52 Saturation 93 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #72B6EC?

XYZ Color Model of #72B6EC is 38.8, 43.09, 85.61.